We’re excited for your upcoming HALO Laser treatment! HALO combines ablative and non-ablative wavelengths to resurface your skin for a brighter, more even complexion, while targeting fine lines, sun damage, and age spots. Here’s how to prep: Below, you’ll find your full pre-treatment prep checklist, followed by your post-treatment care guide.
- Let us know if you’re taking any photosensitizing medications (antibiotics, St. John’s Wort, etc.).
- Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanner on the treatment area — this is one of the most important steps for your safety and results.
- Discontinue Retin-A/retinoid skincare products.
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and other blood-thinning medications or supplements, unless medically necessary.
- Cleanse skin + do not apply any lotions, oils, or makeup.
- Use the provided disposable headband to keep hair back & face clear.
- Put on the provided medical gloves for clean & easy numbing application.
- Apply your dose of prescription topical numbing as a thin layer over the treatment area.
Questions before your appointment? Call or text us at 215.544.3883 — we’re always happy to help you get ready.
- You have an active cold sore, rash, sunburn, or infection in the treatment area.
- You are pregnant or nursing.
- You’ve used Accutane (isotretinoin) within the last 6 months.
- You’ve had a chemical peel, laser resurfacing, or dermabrasion in the treatment area within the last 3 months.
- You’ve had Botox, filler, or other injectables in the treatment area within the last 2 weeks.
- Your skin is excessively tanned from sun or self-tanner within the last 2 weeks.
- An intense, sunburn-like sensation is normal for the first 2–4 hours. A cold compress can help with comfort.
- Cleanse with a gentle cleanser.
- Apply your recovery serum (SkinCeuticals Advanced RGN-6) twice daily after a serum.
- Use a soothing restorative mask as needed to calm the skin.
- Cleanse using a gentle cleanser.
- Apply an antioxidant serum (SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic) once daily in the AM, after cleansing.
- Continue your recovery serum (SkinCeuticals Advanced RGN-6) twice daily, after a serum.
- Apply a barrier-repair balm (SkinCeuticals HydraBalm) as needed for moisture and protection.
- Redness, swelling, and itching are common — please avoid touching, rubbing, or scratching the treated area to protect your results.
- If you experience swelling, an over-the-counter antihistamine can help.
- Avoid ibuprofen, sweating, and physical activity for a minimum of 3 days.
- Skip makeup for a minimum of 5 days to let your skin heal undisturbed.
- Sun protection (SPF 30+) is essential every single day while your skin heals — this isn’t optional, even on cloudy days.
- Your skin will progress through peeling/flaking as part of the renewal process — resist the urge to pick.
- If you were scheduled for a post-HALO dermaplane appointment, we’ll see you then to help reveal your fresh, renewed skin.
If anything you’re experiencing doesn’t match what’s described here, or healing feels off in any way, please call or text us at 215.544.3883 — don’t wait for your follow-up. We’d rather hear from you.
Call us right away if you notice blistering, crusting that seems excessive, or any signs of infection.
We’re so glad you trusted us with your care.
Live Confidently + Be Well.
— The Well Lounge Team
